Robert Contreras Jr is a native Houstonian and proud Texan. He is a dedicated and experienced professional serving over 10 years in the United States Army as an airborne infantryman, and as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician (Bomb Squad). He spent his career living in the middle east and Africa in places like Iraq, Afghanistan, Egypt, Kuwait, and Israel. Outside of the military Robert has worked in different industries including banking, operations management with logistics and supply chain. Robert comes from a big Mexican family which is one of the biggest reasons he relocated back to his hometown. He is single with no kids but loves to stay active. He enjoys yoga, weightlifting, and is currently training for his first triathlon.